Advertised role location: Belfast HSCT
Official document: Specialist Band 6 Physiotherapy BHSCT Trauma and Orthopaedics 20 (pdf)
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JOB DESCRIPTION
POST: Specialist Physiotherapist Trauma and Orthopaedics
LOCATION: BHSCT
BAND: 6
REPORTS TO: Clinical Lead Physiotherapist
RESPONSIBLE TO: Assistant Service Manager MSK T&O
Professional Head of Physiotherapy
Job Summary / Main Purpose
• To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide a comprehensive
physiotherapy service to patients throughout the Belfast Trust referred to the
fracture (in-patient and out-patient service) service, the Major Trauma Unit and
orthopaedics.
• To manage own caseload utilising evidence based assessments, intervention,
evaluation and timely discharge and to provide specialist advice within area of
expertise to other staff.
• The post holder will be required to provided clinical supervision and training to
less experienced staff and help maintain a stimulating learning environment
including involvement in the in-service training programme.
• In response to continued service development, the post holder will be required to
undertake flexible working including extended working , seven day working and
on call duties as determined by operational requirements
Main Duties / Responsibilities
Clinical
• To prioritise, assess and manage own patient caseload demonstrating
specialised skills at a level appropriate to grade and ability to work without
direct supervision
• To practice in accordance with the standards of clinical practice and
professional conduct and contribute to the promotion of evidence based
practice
• To assist and supervise where required, less experienced staff in the day to
day management of their caseload
• To contribute to the development and implementation of departmental clinical
policies and practices including clinical governance and risk management
• To maintain, develop and apply specialised knowledge and skills in area
undertaking training as required and to be prepared to utilise these skills in
teaching others

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• Where appropriate, to provide education; advice and support to
patients/carers on home management
• To provide accurate statistics and maintain professional and administrative
records as required by the Trust and Standards of practice
• To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and risk
management
• To be responsible for ensuring that own work and the work of less
experienced staff delivers against key performance indicators
• To contribute to multi-disciplinary working by effective integrated clinical
practice incorporating effective communication through presentations;
discharge and transfer report writing; case discussion/conferences;
attendance at ward meetings and liaison with community colleagues
• To ensure that equipment used by the Physiotherapy Service is properly
maintained at all times and in line with Trust policies and guidelines and be
responsible for the efficient and effective use of Trust resources
• To report and deal with any accident or untoward event which should take
place in any area of work where present
• To contribute to and participate in identified audit and research projects
• To participate in out of hours emergency work as required
In response to continued service development, the post holder will be required to
undertake flexible working including extended working , seven day working or on call
duties as determined by operational requirements
Professional
• To maintain own CPD in order to meet HCPC registration requirements
• To maintain and develop level of expertise within the speciality participating in
clinical and managerial courses as required
• To provide professional verbal and written reports ensuring accurate manual
and computer records and statistics are maintained and provided to line
manager in a timely fashion in accordance with professional, legal and Trust
requirements
• To actively liaise with referring agents, patient carers and respective members
of the multi-disciplinary groups ensuring methods of information sharing
comply with Trust policies and Data Protection Act
• To actively maintain and promote a safe environment by following Health and
Safety Policies and Procedures and Risk Management
• To provide the Team Lead with information and data in relation to service
planning, service developments and manpower issues
• To maintain knowledge of and adherence to current Government, Trust, Allied
Health Professions legislation, strategies, policies, procedures, guidelines and
Professional standards
Managerial
• To supervise and manage the performance of less experienced staff
• To participate in the recruitment and selection process as required
Education and Training
• To be involved in the induction of new or less experienced staff onto the area

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• Participate in the yearly appraisal (PCP/PDP) both as a reviewer and reviewee
and conducting supervisory/ peer review/mentoring sessions with less
experienced staff to meet identified need
• To assist in the identification of training needs and to participate in training
programmes leading and developing these where indicated by Clinical or
Team lead
• To act as an educational resource for other individuals, professionals or
agencies requiring support and information
General Responsibilities
Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision
of the service for which they are responsible and:
▪ At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come
into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
▪ The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a
culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they
take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast
Trust’s Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where
applicable.
▪ Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient
completion of all tasks allocated to them.
▪ Comply with the Trust’s Smoke Free Policy.
▪ Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and
Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.
▪ Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their
employment.
▪ Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.
▪ Maintain high standards of personal accountability.
▪ Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.
Information Governance
All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all
records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and
Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records
whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are
public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions,
under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and
Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT
Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek
advice if in doubt.
For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please
refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR
Environmental Cleaning Strategy
The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognises the key principle that
“Cleanliness matters is everyone’s responsibility, not just the cleaners” Whilst there

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are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a
responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients,
residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public.
Infection Prevention and Control
The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs)
and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all
policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction
strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at
all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
This includes:-
▪ Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the
appropriate times (WHO ‘5 moments’);
▪ Using the correct ‘7 step’ hand hygiene technique;
▪ Being ‘bare below the elbows’ when in a clinical environment;
▪ Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on
intranet);
▪ Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
▪ Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and
laundry;
▪ Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately
i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised;
▪ Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.
Personal Public Involvement
Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider
community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a
meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust’s ongoing commitment to Personal
Public Involvement (PPI).
Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information.
http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf
Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be
amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and
Social Care Trust.

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PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE / BAND: Specialist Physiotherapist Band 6 Trauma and
Orthopaedics
DEPT / DIRECTORATE: Physiotherapy Acute and Unscheduled Care
Notes to applicants:
1. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how you meet
the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should
clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria.
2. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out below, using the
information provided by you on your application form. Please note the Trust reserves the
right to use any desirable criteria outlined below at shortlisting. You must clearly
demonstrate on your application form how you meet the desirable criteria.
3. Proof of qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of
employment is made – if you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage
although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage.
You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these
criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. The stage in the process when
the criteria will be measured is stated below.
Factor Criteria Method of
Assessment
Qualifications
Registration
Experience
• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy or
equivalent
• Registered with the Health Care
Professions Council (HCPC)
• Minimum of 2 years post registration
experience in adults / paediatrics, which
must include 1 rotation in the specialist
area of MSK, trauma and orthopaedics.
Shortlisting by
Application Form
Other (e.g.
Driving etc.)
• Hold a current full driving licence valid in UK
with access to a car or have access to an
appropriate means of transport to undertake
the duties of the post.
Where disability prohibits driving, this criteria
will be waived if the applicant is able to
organise suitable alternative arrangements.
Shortlisting by
Application Form

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Knowledge
Skills
Abilities
• Experience in the management of the
acute respiratory patient
• A range of CPD relevant to the specialist
area as deemed appropriate to the post
by the panel e.g. IST, reflective practice,
case study, Journal Club, evidence of
supervision, Band 5 passport.
Interview
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
Desirable criteria will ONLY be used where it is necessary to introduce additional job related
criteria to ensure files are manageable. You should therefore make it clear on your application
form how you meet these. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
Factor Criteria Method of
Assessment
Qualifications
Registration
Experience
Membership of the Chartered Society of
Physiotherapy
Shortlisting by
Application Form
Knowledge
Skills
Abilities
Interview
NOTE:
Where educational/professional qualifications form part of the criteria you will be
required, if shortlisted for interview, to produce original certificates and one
photocopy of same issued by the appropriate authority. Only those certificates
relevant to the shortlisting criteria should be produced. If educational certificates are
not available an original letter and photocopy of same detailing examination results
from your school or college will be accepted as an alternative.
If successful you will be required to produce documentary evidence that you are
legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. This documentation can be a
P45, Payslip, National Insurance Card or a Birth Certificate confirming birth in the
United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. Failure to produce evidence will result in a
non-appointment.
Where a post involves working in regulated activity with vulnerable groups, post
holders will be required to register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority.

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HSC Values
Whilst employees will be expected to portray all the values, particular attention
is drawn to the following values for this role